Thomas Weinhart

Thomas Weinhart is an Associate Professor of Granular Materials at the University of Twente's MESA+ Institute, with expertise in discrete element modeling and computational physics. His research spans granular dynamics, additive manufacturing processes, and multiscale modeling of particulate systems.

Primary research areas include powder technology in industrial applications, DEM framework development for bulk processes, and visco-elastic material behavior during laser sintering. Recent publications demonstrate significant contributions to open-source simulation tools and process optimization in powder-based manufacturing.

Research activities focus on fundamental particle interactions and their macroscopic implications, with applications in pharmaceutical processing, additive manufacturing, and geotechnical engineering. Collaborative projects involve international partners across Europe and Asia.